Programming Initiatives Photographer/Editor

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local content every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content. Additionally, we produce content 24/7 on our streaming platforms like the newly created FOX Local app and on OTT platforms like FOX Soul and Tubi. 

We’re looking for a fun, creative person with the visual expertise and a passion for creating original content that airs on FOX26 Houston, the FOX Local app, and on FOX Soul. The ideal candidate will THINK BIG and will be knowledgeable about creating unique local content for our flagship late-night show The Isiah Factor: Uncensored. The candidate must be able to edit a daily live show with a creative flairandshoot on-location content for linear, digital, and other visual platforms. 

You must be a self-starterwho is unafraidto push the limits when it comes to creating original content. On top of that, it’s essential to be a team player, and bring a “can-do personality” every single day. We’re a tight-knit team andwehave high expectations. We’re always looking for ways to ELEVATE our shows and be the GOLD STANDARD in the Houston market.

RESPONSIBILITES

This positionwillbe part of the Local-Programming Initiatives (LPI) team, which falls under the News Department. The Photog/Editor will workon thevisualcreationforour entertainment & infotainment shows, including The Isiah Factor: Uncensored, The Nightcap, Chattin’ With Chelsea, our New Year’s Eve Special and more! It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity.

We are on the front-line of a changing industry and want to make sure the newest member of our team is thinking about the now and even more importantly, about the future. This position will primarily focus on our hour-long late-night show, The Isiah Factor: Uncensored, but we often work togetheron content that can be shared across programs. Our shows aren’t just in Houston. All of the Local Programming Initiatives shows are seen locally in Houston and nationally on FOX Soul. 

As newsroom contributors, when major news breaks or severe weather impacts our area, the LPI team shifts gears to serve the needs of the audience.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have at least 2-3 years of photography/editing experience. Non-linear editing in a must, knowledge of Edius or Adobe Premiere Suiteis a plus. Also, it’s preferred to have experience with SONY ENT Cameras. The ideal candidate will also be familiar with social mediacontent creation and be adept at identifyinguniqueviraltopics.  Strong communication skills across disciplines including talent, directors, producers and managers.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $31.00-33.65 per hour for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $25.75-28.00 per hour for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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